Rabeprazole
Uses of Rabeprazole
Rabeprazole is commonly used in the treatment of acidity, gastroesophageal reflux disease acid reflux, heartburn, intestinal ulcers, peptic ulcer disease, and stomach ulcers
How Rabeprazole Works
Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor which works by affecting the H + /K + ATPase which is found on the surface of the gastric parietal cell. Inhibition of those pump will lead to suppression of gastric acid secretion.
Side Effects of Rabeprazole
Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Asthenia, Flatulence, Rash, Dry mouth, Insomnia, Cough, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis
Warnings
Kidney Safe If Prescribed
Rabeprazole is safe to be used in patients with kidney disease and no dosage adjustment required.
Alcohol Safe
You may drink alcohol with Rabeprazole but consuming alcohol can worsen your symptoms due to irritation to stomach lining.
Pregnancy Not Safe
Rabeprazole may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown side effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. Only allow taking Rabeprazole if benefits outweigh the risk in pregnant women. Please consult your doctor before consuming.
Driving Generally Safe
Rabeprazole usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Use With Care
Rabeprazole is probably safe to be used in patients with liver disease and no dosage adjustment required.
Lactation Not Advisable
Rabeprazole is shown to be excreted in rat mammary secretion. It is not advisable for women to breastfeed due to lack of human studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
